Nursing care of patients with Alzheimer’s disease
Journal Title: Medical Science Pulse - Year 2015, Vol 9, Issue 2
Abstract
Introduction: Alzheimer’s disease belongs to the group of the diseases which develop most often in the elderly period of a human life. Its beginning is usually symptomless, however, when the symptoms of dementia appear, the changes are already far-advanced. Aim of the study: The study aims at presenting the Alzheimer’s disease profile as well as the issues which arise during nursing based on the case report. Material and methods: The study was conducted according to the method of the case analysis. The research methods included interviewing the patient and her caretakers, observing the patient during her visits to the Mental Health Clinic and analysing medical records. Case description: The article presents the description of a female patient aged 78, with the disease course dated on 2008. Her mental state was assessed during initial examination and performed on the basis of the questionnaire named Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and the test called Clock Drawing. The article includes the course of the disease in the patient and most common nursing and caretaking issues. Conclusions: Alzheimer’s disease evokes plenty of problems not only in a patient but their caretakers as well. A family and a nurse who take care of the patient ought to do their best to provide the patient with a holistic nursing care.
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Renata Nieckarz
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